But I have to believe all the criticism he's taken over the last year has to play some part in this. What, was it 3 different players on his team with varying problems with female assault issues?

When the Mixon video went public, and all of Stoops' abusive players pasts came under scrutiny, he literally had most of cfb calling him a scumbag. Had to take a toll. Personally and from the administration.

Can't be a total coincidence that he steps down right after all that heat & controversy, just short of 200 wins.